Annual Bibliography of Publications and theses on the History of Sport in Britain Published in Year 2000 (with Addenda from Previous Years)

Football is an accepted and celebrated element of popular culture. Its stars have become contemporary heroes. At its simplest it represents a game watched and played by millions. Exactly where its popularity stems from is open to debate. What is certain is that, in reality, we know relatively little about the inner-workings of the ‘People's Game’. In fact, although a vast literature now surrounds the football industry, insightful and substantive revelations regarding the day to day activities of players, coaches and managers are few and far between.